Utah Teacher Certification Renewal

Teaching Certification Renewal

After three years, Level 1 License holders must either upgrade to a Level 2 License or renew their Level 1 Licenses.

Renewing a Level 1 License

If candidates have not completed three years of teaching experience, they are not eligible to upgrade to a Level 2 License and must renew. In order to renew your Level 1 License, you must show you've completed 100 points of professional development. Professional development points are awarded based on coursework, conferences, or workshops. A full list of professional development activities may be found here.

Candidates for Level 1 License renewal must complete a renewal application to be eligible. Candidates should list their professional development activities and experience.

After completing the renewal application, candidates should send it, including a $75 application fee to the Utah State Office of Education at:

If Level 1 License holders have completed three years of teacher experience, they are eligible to upgrade to a Level 2 License. During their time spent as Level 1 License holders, candidates also complete Entry Years Enhancement (EYE) requirements to earn Level 2 Licenses.

The EYE program lets candidates develop a professional portfolio that documents their achievements and experience as teachers. These portfolios provide evidence of growth and development of teaching strategies.

Level 2 Licenses may be renewed once every five years indefinitely. Candidates must show they have completed 200 hours of professional development points in order to be eligible for renewal. A full list of qualified development activities may be found here. When candidates meet all requirements for renewal, they should complete a renewal application.

Candidates seeking a Level 3 License must submit transcripts showing completion of a doctorate program in addition to a letter requesting an upgrade to a Level 3 License to the Utah State Office of Education at:

Reinstatement of Certification

Candidates must pass a background check and ethics review, and complete a professional development plan detailing their plans to improve their knowledge, skills, and abilities to teach. Candidates should complete the application form and mail it and a $65 application fee to: